Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing residential tenancies in England and Wales. Defines assured and assured shorthold tenancies, sets out grounds for possession, and regulates rent increases.
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Establishes fundamental landlord obligations including property repairs, fitness for human habitation requirements, and service charge regulations.
Housing and Planning Act 2016: Modern updates to tenant protection measures and requirements for property standards in residential lettings.
Deregulation Act 2015: Contains important provisions regarding deposit protection and Section 21 notice requirements for ending tenancies.
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Sets restrictions on fees that can be charged to tenants and establishes deposit caps, applicable even in family arrangements.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2015: Specifies mandatory safety requirements for residential properties including smoke and carbon monoxide detector installations.
Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations 2012: Mandates Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements for residential properties being let.
Family Member Specific Considerations: Special considerations including choice between assured shorthold tenancy vs license, tax implications of below-market rent, Right to Rent checks, council tax implications, and utility responsibilities.
